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7.8 / 10 Guest Rating

Arenal Backpackers Resort

La Fortuna, San Carlos, Fortuna, cr

Arenal Backpackers Resort - main view

About the Property

Mountain Views and Adventure Await at Arenal Backpackers Resort

Comfortable Accommodation Options
Experience the cozy shared dormitories and tents, equipped with air conditioning and lockers for your convenience. The property's shared bathrooms offer complimentary toiletries for your comfort.

Exciting Activities and Amenities
Indulge in the outdoor pool, sun terraces, and on-site restaurant serving delicious local cuisine. Let the 24-hour front desk assist you in arranging thrilling tours to explore the stunning La Fortuna Waterfall, hot springs, volcano hikes, horseback riding, rafting, and canopy tours.

Convenient Location and Services
Conveniently located near Arenal Volcano and Arenal Lake, the hostel offers complimentary Wi-Fi, luggage storage, laundry services, and a snack bar. Book now for an unforgettable adventure at Arenal Backpackers Resort.

Facilities & Amenities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Terrace
Garden
Hiking

Important Information

Check-in & Out

Check-in
Check-out11:00 AM

Property Notes

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation. Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions. A deposit may be required at the property.

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1 night · 2 adults

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Guest Reviews

7.8
Very Good450 verified reviews
AI Summary

Guests highly rate the helpful staff and frequently praise the good location.

Categories

Cleanliness6.8
Service8.7
Location8.8
Room Quality7.7
Amenities7.8
Value for Money8.2
Food and Beverage7.3
Overall Experience7.2

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MarcoclCL
Verified booking
solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Dec 2, 2025

"Paraíso tropical"

10.0

Relax e jacuzzi

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ShruthicaCA
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Dec 1, 2025

"Excellent hostel with great facilities in La Fortuna"

7.0

The hostel is well located typically in the heart of the downtown. Warm and friendly staff, clean common areas.

The cylinders we booked were too small for any sort of storage. Space management could be done better.

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Chloé976frFR
Verified booking
solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Nov 30, 2025

"Bon séjour mais des points à améliorer"

5.0

L'emplacement est vraiment top, proximité a pieds des petits restaurants, de la petite église et du parc. La piscine est super et les activités en combos proposées sont géniales

Il y a quand même un certain nombre de choses à améliorer selon moi concernant le confort. Pour commencer une moustiquaire dans les tentes ne serait pas du luxe, et il n'y avait pas d'eau chaude pendant les deux jours où j'y suis resté (peut être qu'il y en a habituellement). Et de quoi suspendre ses affaires car avec l'humidité qui règne on a quand même bien envie de pouvoir accrocher sa serviette.

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JoanachCH
Verified booking
solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Nov 29, 2025

"Exceptional"

9.0
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AmadouusUS
Verified booking
solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Nov 29, 2025

"The place is secure and open to its guests 24/7. There are so many good restaurants in a walking distance of the p"

10.0

The location is great, quiet and clean. The staff is very helpful. They changed my upper cylinder room and moved me to another room of my choice with no issue.

It was all good. Except the fact that it will take longer for you to get your deposit if you happen to pay it with your credit card. However, if you pay with cash, they give it back to you when you check out. Also, their toilets and shower rooms are all outside.

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MistrygbGB
Verified booking
solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Nov 29, 2025

"Excellent"

8.0

Great location & clean!

No activities within the hostel

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Paulina JohannanlNL
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Nov 27, 2025

"Geweldigde locatie, heerlijk zwembad, maar de safaritent zou voor ieders gezondheid niet meer verhuurd mogen worden."

7.0

Eigenlijk is alles aan deze locatie prima. Het zwembad is echt top, net als de grote verwarmde jacuzzi. De bedjes bij het zwembad zijn fijn. Het is er schoon en er zijn voldoende toiletten en douches.

Wij verbleven 2 nachten in de safaritent. De tent was ruim, het bed was goed, maar de schimmel stond op het tentdoek en dit zorgde voor een muffe onaangename geur en voelde echt niet gezond om in te slapen (het was zelfs te merken aan neus en keel).

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NicolaideDE
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couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Nov 27, 2025

"The place is okay, the pool is very nice"

7.0

Nice Pool area Private rooms are big Warm water Quiet at night

Bad smell in the bathroom No kitchen Big hostel bit not really a atmosphere

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IrisnlNL
Verified booking
solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Nov 26, 2025

"Prettig verblijf, maar met een aantal praktische punten die beter kunnen"

7.0

Het zwembad en de hottub zijn fijn, en het voelt veilig doordat je een bandje moet dragen tijdens je verblijf. Daardoor kunnen er geen vreemden rondlopen, en je moet aanbellen om het terrein op te komen. Het resort is ruim opgezet, rustig, en het personeel is vriendelijk. Daarnaast ligt het op een centrale locatie.

De cilinders zien er superleuk uit en het was heel fijn om een eigen kamer te hebben. Praktisch is het alleen minder handig met bagage: je kunt je koffer niet in de kamer openklappen of iets aan de zijkant neerleggen. Gelukkig is er wel genoeg ruimte onder het bed. De cilinders zijn verder goed uitgerust met licht en airco, al zit die airco wel recht boven je hoofd. De douches zijn schoon en werken heel goed. Wat extra haken zouden prettig zijn, en in de omkleedruimte zou een klein bankje handig zijn. Een kleine gym met wat gewichten, een yogamatje of TRX-banden zou ook een leuke toevoeging zijn. De gemeenschappelijke ruimte is ruim opgezet, maar het meubilair zit niet heel comfortabel, waardoor mensen er waarschijnlijk niet lang blijven hangen.

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GuntrTR
Verified booking
solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Nov 26, 2025

"Exceptional"

9.0

Everything was just like in the pictures Staffs were nice and helpful pool and the hot tub were very clean. The rooms and the beds were comfortable. In the dorms you have your own bathrooms but there are few available outside too. In the dorm we had a problem with the AC it stopped working in the middle of the night and it was because some guests left the window open. And the staff at night shift was so nice to bring his fan for us

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